Articles about the Bible
Children in the Bible
Many people think the world of the Bible is so far distant in time that it can’t really help very much with issues about the lives of today’s children. We disagree! Find out why.
Famous stories in the Bible
How about reading some of the Bible's best-loved and best-known stories.
Five ways to pray with the Bible
Christians believe that when they read the Bible God speaks. If you are new to Bible reading as a Christian it is important to recognise that it is slightly different to reading other books.
The Bible in 40 steps
It's possible to trace a story that runs through all the books from beginning to end. These 40 steps carry you through the story of God’s love for the world he created.
Getting started with the Bible
New to the Bible and not sure where to begin? Here are three top tips to get you going.
Bible in a year: March
Tom Newbold is attempting to read the Bible in a year. We caught up with him in month 3 to find out how it's going so far.
Help, it’s Leviticus!
In a recent survey, Leviticus was voted least favourite book of the Bible. We caught up with theologian in residence Paula Gooder to find out how to get more out of this unpopular book.
Bible in a year: February
Tom Newbold has taken on the Bible in a year plan. We caught up with him to find out how it's going six weeks in.
9 top tips for reading the Bible in a year
The perks are great – daily inspiration; light bulb moments as you see how the whole thing fits together; plus the big achievement fist pump at the end. But reading the Bible all the way through can be tough.
Anthem of the free
Has the gentle nature of Christmas carols dulled the subversive quality of The Magnificat? Paul Woolley takes a fresh look at the original Christmas song and shows us how Mary, its author, ushers in a new world order.
Lamentations and the gift of prayer
While God’s mercy is affirmed in the book of Lamentations 3.21–24, Dr Heath Thomas explores how the cry of 'kyrie eleison!' can become a model for the Church today.
Mercy and rehabilitation in Britain's prison system
Crime, punishment and the dynamics of mercy – Sara Hyde explores the role mercy could and should play in rehabilitating offenders.
What does Jesus mean when he says 'Be perfect...'?
Ever scratched your head over Jesus' call to 'Be perfect' in Matthew 5.48? You're not alone. Paula Gooder considers how we can understand this verse – with the help of some Japanese pottery.
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